Weekend Itinerary: Dec. 11-17

Thurs. Dec. 11

$15

Brothers in beards, not blood, the Roosevelt’s music was written to “break your heart and make you shout for joy, all at the same time,” says duo half Jason Kloess. Their style is a hybrid of genres, including blues, country and rock n’ roll. Their songs sing deep into your being and because of that, happen to be this Citygram contributor’s favorite band. Check out their album, Cold Sheets, on Spotify to see if you can hear their influences like James Taylor, Ryan Adams, and Matt Nathanson. Insider tip: Send Jason a shot of whiskey to the stage — It’s his birthday!

Thurs. Dec. 11 through Christmas Eve

$8 each

Thursday is the launch of Executive Pastry Chef Janina O’Leary “12 Days of Dessert” at eastside fine dining restaurant, La V. Each dessert on the special menu, inspired by the classic “12 Days of Christmas” song, is only $8. Citygram staff is most excited about the dessert for day eight, Eight Maids-A-Milking: “Milk king Trifle” bourbon milk ice cream, rosemary caramel, sea salt popcorn. The menu will run until Christmas Eve. Make your reservation here.

Fri. Dec. 12

FREE

Celebrate the opening of the new art gallery space in South Austin. Lower Left’s mission is to provide collaboration between local artists. The first show, curated by Sandy Carson will feature photographs from Jackie Lee Young, talented portrait photographer with a focus on travel and fashion. To see more of her work, visit her website here.

• 1706 S. 3rd St. 78704
• 7-10pm

Fri. Dec. 12

FREE

Art that celebrates beer culture in Austin and free Austin Beerworks beer? We’re there. Bitch Beer Blog contributor Jessica Deahl is the featured artist of the new print series known as “LOVE AUSTIN BEER,” a show honoring iconic Austin beers illustrated by the popular poster artist. Join the artist in the space behind Brew and Brew, who is offering special, delicious local tappings for the evening. RSVP on Facebook

All Weekend

$15-84

The holidays wouldn’t be complete without an evening of the Nutcracker. The fantastical visual splendor of the stage, symphony and choreography tells the story of the toy soldier better than spoken words. It speaks the language of children’s imagination and will reignite yours. Purchase tickets here.

Sat. Dec. 13

FREE

Seven vendors from our Holiday Gift Guide are gathering for a pop up this weekend at West Elm! Nibble on cookies while your browse unique, local, handmade gifts for him, her and kids. Citygram readers will enjoy 15% off everything like bow ties from Fox and Brie, knitted taxidermy from Nothing But a Pigeon, and handmade jewelry by Zoe Comings.

Sat. Dec. 13

$50-60

For 17 years, country duo Bruce Robison and Kelly Willis have celebrated the holidays in harmony with their Annual Shindig. Lacking the hoakie carols, this husband and wife duo will fill you with holiday spirit performing songs like “Please Daddy Don’t Get Drunk” from their holiday album.

$70

Vox Table, a new American restaurant slated to open its doors in Austin in early 2015, has partnered with Noble Sandwich Co. to put on a seasonal collaborative dinner. The six-course dinner event will be paired with complimentary cocktails from Treaty Oaks Distillery. The unique dining experience will be prepared by co-owners and chefs of Noble Sandwich Co. John Bates and Brandon Martinez along side Vox Table executive chef, Joe Anguiano. The meal will include beef carpaccio, roasted chestnut soup, black grouper, bone marrow budino, roasted duck breast, and a white chocolate allspice mousse prepared by Vox Table pastry chef, Allison Henschel.

• 7:00 pm

• 4805 Burnet Road

From our Shopping Radar:

12/11 HOLIDAY NIGHT MARKET at Aviary Decor

FREE

Aviary is hosting an after-hours pop-up with lots of local vendors such as Hoiden Supply Company, Bloom & Grace, Purse & Clutch, Stella & Dot, and more. Free sparkling wine and small bites by Aviary Lounge + $2 off glasses of wine after 7:30, with an all vinyl set by Jeff Strange. Free swag bags for the first 20, see all the details here.

12/13 Friends & Neighbors Backyard Bazaar

FREE

This Saturday Friends & Neighbors hosts their 4th Backyard Bazaar, just in time for the holidays. The fun starts at 2pm and goes til 7pm. More here.

12/14 Sunroom presents a Champagne & Shopping Event

$5 or 5 can food donation

Sip bubbly and shop local from 3-7pm at Sunroom. Shop the new season two collection of Esby as well as some exclusive pieces from YARD fibers. Perfect for gift-giving! See the details here.

12/18 Tiki Holiday Extravaganza

FREE

‘Tis the season for the pop-up. Join the party at King Bee where a roasted pig (by Joe Becerra), Tiki drinks (curated by Antonio Matta and Michael Phillips of Midnight Cowboy and Hillary Woodhouse of The Brooklynite (San Antonio)) and a s’mores station will liven up your shopping. The party starts at 7pm with pop-ups by Laced with Romance, Miss Mostess Vintage, Dust & Drag and more. See all the details here.

Bo Duncan graduated from NYU with a BFA in Studio Art with a concentration in digital media and wears many hats, from blogger to mom to marketer to event planner to Managing Editor of Citygram. She created the paleo recipe blog, Three Diets One Dinner.
Bo lives in Austin, Texas where she eats barbecue by the ton. serves as Co-founder of the Legs and Stems Wine Club and member of the Austin Food Blogger Alliance.

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